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    A Heap of Australian Venues Are Doing Barkuterie Boards So You Can Have a Pub Date with Your Pooch

    Platters filled with snacks aren't just for humans at 18 watering holes around the country — including, fittingly, two BrewDog bars.

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    Now Open: Nidaime at Yugen Dining Is Serving Up a More Casual and Affordable Omakase Experience Upstairs

    This is good news for anyone that's ever tried to score a reservation for Yugen, which sells out within minutes.

  • News

    Coming Soon: Josh Niland Is Going Global with a New Sustainable Seafood Restaurant in Singapore

    Niland's first overseas restaurant will bring his one-of-a-kind nose-to-tail approach to fish to The Singapore Edition hotel.

  • Guide

    Brisbane's Got Festival Fever: A Visitor's Guide to the Best Places to Unwind Between Non-Stop Tunes

    Give your ears and feet a rest between the epic lineup of springtime festivals by visiting these standout Brisbane venues.

  • News

    Lune Has Brought Back Its Lamington Cruffins and Take on Baklava to Give You a Tasty September Treat

    The lamington comes filled with raspberry jam and whipped cream, then dipped in chocolate ganache and desiccated coconut — and it's only available until the end of September.

  • Guide

    Italian Bars and Restaurants Across Australia That Will Transport You to the Amalfi Coast

    Forget Euro summer — get a taste of la dolce vita at one of these stunning homegrown spots.

Latest Guides
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    Now Open: Studley Park Boathouse Has Officially Reopened Following a $5.8-Million Makeover

    The historic boathouse has swung open its doors with a new cafe, restaurant, pizzeria, gelato cart and outdoor dining deck along the Yarra.

  • News

    Lune Is Bringing Back Its Coveted Apple Pie Twice-Baked Croissants Just for Father's Day

    Vying to become your dad's favourite? Best your siblings by grabbing him one of these rare pastries, which are only available for three days.

  • News

    ST. ALi & The Queen Brings Specialty Brew, Sophisticated Bites and Coffee Cocktails to Queen Vic Market

    There's a new jewel in the crown of Queen Victoria Market's new $500 million Munro Building.

  • News

    Jamie Oliver Is Hitting Sydney Opera House for an Australian-Exclusive Chat About His Career and Cooking

    It's been eight years since the British chef's last soldout discussion at the iconic venue — and he's back with a new book to talk about.

  • News

    Krispy Kreme Has Brought Back Its Doughnut-Inspired Dog Biscuits for Very Good Boys and Girls

    Available in six flavours, the chain's doggie doughnuts have returned to celebrate International Dog Day.

  • News

    Now Open: Mr Tompkins Is Flinders Street's New Underground Restaurant With an Ex-Coda Chef at the Helm

    Hidden underneath Flinders Street, Mr Tompkins delivers a modern, Euro-accented menu in a moody 60-seat space.

Latest Places
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    Now Open: Lower Plenty's New Bistro Comes From a Chef with Michelin-Star Pedigree

    Stix Restaurant and Bar is embracing the art of charcoal grilling, with a Euro-leaning menu that nods to Cooper's culinary journey.

  • News

    Gelato Messina Is Bringing Back Its Own Mint Slice Biscuits for Father's Day (or Just for Yourself)

    This year, they come in a three-flavour pack with salted caramel and rum and raisin biscuits.

  • Guide

    The Best Vegan Restaurants in Melbourne

    Contrary to popular belief, you can make friends with salad.

  • News

    Just In: Studley Park Boathouse Is Reopening This August Following a $5.8-Million Makeover

    The historic boathouse is set to reopen on August 31, complete with a new cafe, restaurant, pizzeria, gelato cart and outdoor dining deck along the Yarra.

  • News

    Now Open: Aoi Tsuki Is the New 12-Seater Omakase Bar in South Yarra

    This modern chef's table-style menu in South Yarra is a welcome addition to Melbourne's omakase boom.

  • News

    New Australian-First Vertical Dining Experience Vertigo Will Get You Eating While Hanging Off Brisbane Powerhouse

    Get ready to climb over the iconic Brisbane venue's facade, all while donning safety harnesses, to eat four stories up.

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    NEL's New British Degustation Is Giving Paddington Bear's Marmalade Sandwiches a Fine-Dining Makeover

    Nelly Robinson's takes on beef wellingtons, scampi and beer, Sunday roasts and chocolate orange are also on the 11-course menu.

  • News

    Now Open: Railway Wine Bar Is Highett's Sultry New 60-Seat Venue

    The Melbourne publican behind the redevelopment of Marquis of Lorne, Union House and Mount Erica Hotel is back with his latest venture.

  • News

    US Burger Chain Wendy's Just Cooked Up a Deal to Open 200 Stores in Australia by 2034

    Australia's local ice creamery will no longer be the country's only Wendy's, with the burger chain locking in plans to launch Down Under.

  • News

    Is Melbourne's First Michelin Star Ramen Worth the Two-Hour Wait Time?

    We sent out a hungry writer to brave the lines and the cold to find out. Here's the verdict.

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    Coming Soon: Clifton Hotel Is the New Guy Grossi-Led Venue Launching in August

    Grossi Group is teaming up with hospitality legends PUBLIC to launch this multi-space venue within a historic Kew hotel.

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    Messina's Latest Limited-Edition Gelato Tubs Come Topped with Hazelnut Rocher Crack

    The one-litre specials feature layers of gianduia gelato, cone crunch and hazelnut mousse.

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    You Can Now Eat Maxibons in Doughnut Form Thanks to Krispy Kreme's Latest Limited-Edition Dessert

    After proving a hit in 2018, this collaboration with Peters Ice Cream is back for a limited — and tasty — time.

  • News

    Melbourne's New French Restaurant and Bar Reine and La Rue Is Set to Open This August

    The hospitality group behind NOMAD has transformed a grand space within the neo-gothic Melbourne Stock Exchange building into a 150-seat dining room and pint-sized speakeasy.

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    Australia's Hot Chocolate Festival Is Back for 2023 with Booze, Biscoff and a 'Barbie'-Inspired Flavour

    Three Victorian chocolateries are serving up 31 different varieties in August, including via at-home packs.

  • News

    Pizza Hut Is Giving Away 200 Free Pizzas for Every Single Goal Scored During the Women's World Cup

    For each goal that the Matildas kick, there'll be 600 free pizzas on offer.

  • News

    Nine Culinary Experiences to Book on Your European Summer Holiday

    Eat and drink your way through Europe this summer with help from the local experts.

  • News

    McDonald's Is Opening the World's First Fry-Thru in Australia — and It's Even Shaped Like Giant Fries

    Would you like fries from that? A pop-up Macca's shaped like a five-metre-tall packet of fries is hitting Sydney for the Women's World Cup.

  • News

    An Ex-1800 Lasagne Chef Has Just Opened a New French Bistro In Northcote

    RIP Bar Nonno. Welcome to the neighbourhood, Ruckers Hill.

  • News

    Now Open: Chadstone's European Brasserie Cityfields Has Launched a New Terrace Rooftop Bar

    Just like Chadstone itself, Cityfields keeps on growing. Welcome to The Terrace.

  • Guide

    Group Dining: The Best International Restaurants for Celebrating the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™

    Get the gang together to fully embrace this footy season with a culinary journey throughout Sydney.

  • News

    Hawthorn's Auburn Hotel Will Score an Expanded Beer Garden as Part of Its $4.3-Million Renovation

    Hawthorn favourite The Auburn Hotel is getting a new dining hall and refreshed beer garden as part of its massive $4.3 million expansion.

  • News

    Lee Ho Fook's Victor Liong Has Just Announced New CBD Restaurant SilkSpoon

    Where Victor Liong goes, hungry diners follow. And now, the celebrated chef has his eye on a new prize.

  • News

    Morris House, The CBD's New Four-Storey Pub And Comedy Lounge, Will Finally Open on July 10

    Morris House is ready to launch on July 10. Expect four levels of booze, food and comedy, plus a residence from comedy legend Arj Barker.

  • News

    Dessert Alert: Messina Is Bringing Back 40 of Its Greatest Gelato Hits in Take-Home Tubs

    Cinnamon Cone Crunch, Robert Blondie Jr and Fairy Bread Cookie Pie are all back — and Have a Gay Old Time and Just Like a Milkshake, too.

  • News

    Snoop Dogg Is Dropping His Second Cookbook 'Goon with the Spoon' This Spring

    This time, the hip hop icon is teaming up with fellow rapper E-40 on a collection of 65-plus recipes.

  • News

    Lune Croissanterie and Koko Black Are Joining Forces on a Decadent Chocolate Truffle Croissant

    Another World Chocolate Day is here, which means another tasty collaboration between these two favourites.

  • Guide

    Melbourne's 20 Most Popular Cafes of 2023 So Far

    These are the spots you went looking for so far this year, from hidden Japanese pantry gems to leafy brunch spots.

  • Guide

    Melbourne's 20 Most Popular Restaurants of 2023 So Far

    These are the spots you went looking for so far this year, from stunning beachside restaurants to hidden Nonna-worthy Italian — and lots of omakase, of course.

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